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Svaneti is probably the most beautiful region of Georgia and the essence of what country can offer to the foreign tourists. All those stunning photos of historical stone villages, lush green valleys and snow-covered mountains…. the most of them were made here.Breathtakingly wild and mysterious, Svaneti is an ancient land locked in the Caucasus, so remote that it was never tamed by any ruler.

Svaneti with its huge mountains and cliffs, which are harmoniously combined with villages with towers, Georgian architecture, important examples of sculpture or painting and centuries-old culture creates an indelible impression on the visitors. The nature of Svaneti is undoubtedly enchanting with Alpine meadows, cliffs, peaks, waterfalls and beautiful Alpine lakes. This side is equally attractive for people interested in culture, for climbers, for skiers or just for staggering, for relaxation in the mountains and for lovers of large-scale views.

Sights:

Mestia

Mestia, the main regional center of Zemo (Upper) Svaneti, is situated 456 km from Georgia’s capital city, Tbilisi, and is 1,500 meters above sea level. It is the starting point for most trips to Svaneti, with a range of hotels, guesthouses and local travel services, and makes a convenient base for exploring the area. From the center of Mestia it is possible to hike up to the glaciers at the foot of mount Ushba, or take horses into the pristine alpine meadows.

Tourists interested in religious history will find plenty of examples of wall paintings, frescoes and icons from the Middle Ages in the churches around Mestia. Within Mestia, the Church of Saint George contains well-preserved crosses and icons from the XII century. Additionally, Pusdi Church still contains fragments of XIII century wall paintings.

Ushguli

Ushguli is located in the municipality of Mestia, at the bottom of mountain Shkhara, near the confluence of rivers Inguri and Shavtsqala-Kvishara. The community is comprised of 4 villages (Zhibiani, Chvibiani, Murqmeli and Chazhashi) and their height ranges from 2060 meters to 2200 meters above sea level. This makes Ushguli the highest settlement in Europe. The center of the community, Chazhashi, has been declared a museum and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

Svan cuisine is special and delicious. In ancient times, the Svan Supra (feast) was considered a symbol of getting closer and respect. The reconciliation of deadly enemy were held at Supra, also agricultural and secular affairs were resolved there. Special dishes are Kubdari and Chvishtari. Because Svaneti is particularly developed in livestock, the cuisine is distinguished by the diversity of meat dishes and dairy products. Svans drinks vodka- Rakhi. From spices Svan Salt is well-known

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Sprinter

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11 - 20 Person

Sprinter

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21 - 32 Person

Small Bus

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33 - 42 Person

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43 - 52 Person

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Group of 1 - 10 people
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Group of 11 - 20 people
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Group of 21 - 32 people
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Group of 32 - 42 people
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Group of 43 - 52 people
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